If your condition worsened, it would certainly be my fault, as it is my responsibility to care for you and ensure that you are healthy and well. Is that not a responsibility that we share? [ To care for the other when they need it, and perhaps even when they think they do not...
But then he turns his focus to Krile and offers her a polite nod and warm smile. ]
You are welcome here whenever you find yourself nearby, Mistress Krile. [ He would say more, but then Krile continues speaking, and of course, he falls silent so that he might listen properly. But as she goes on, he finds his eyes widening and his mouth falling open as what she says sinks in. ]
... A baby? [ His voice is hushed with surprise, as the thought that Alkaid might be expecting had not occurred to him. Until now, that is.
His gaze travels immediately to look at Alkaid, wondering if she had even the slightest suspicion. But based upon the look on her face and how she has all but frozen in his hold, he guesses she did not know before Krile delivered the news. ]
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But then he turns his focus to Krile and offers her a polite nod and warm smile. ]
You are welcome here whenever you find yourself nearby, Mistress Krile. [ He would say more, but then Krile continues speaking, and of course, he falls silent so that he might listen properly. But as she goes on, he finds his eyes widening and his mouth falling open as what she says sinks in. ]
... A baby? [ His voice is hushed with surprise, as the thought that Alkaid might be expecting had not occurred to him. Until now, that is.
His gaze travels immediately to look at Alkaid, wondering if she had even the slightest suspicion. But based upon the look on her face and how she has all but frozen in his hold, he guesses she did not know before Krile delivered the news. ]